➀ Asus China influencer 'Uncle Tony' crafted a custom RTX 5090D entirely from 5kg of solid gold, weighing 7.6kg in total;

➁ The gold-plated GPU replaced original components through intricate mold casting and finishing processes over several months;

➂ Sold privately for $500,000 (charity proceeds), surpassing the mass-produced ROG Golden Dhabab's 6.5g gold content.

➀ The Lenovo Legion Go 2 features AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme for improved gaming performance at 1280x800p;

➁ Upgrades include an OLED display, Hall-effect joysticks, and refined ergonomics, but bulkiness and weight remain issues;

➂ Priced at $1,349.99, it faces stiff competition from lighter, cheaper alternatives like the Steam Deck OLED and Asus ROG Ally X.

➀ ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X and Ally are now available for preorder with confirmed prices;

➁ ROG Xbox Ally X priced at $999.99, ROG Xbox Ally at $599.99;

➂ Preorder prices slightly higher than initial leaks, with some backlash from users;

➃ Strong demand expected despite criticism, with positive comments from users;

➄ Preorders available in 38 countries, expanding to 46 on October 16, 2025.

➀ Asus and Microsoft launch ROG Xbox Ally ($599) and Ally X ($999) with pre-orders available globally, featuring AMD Ryzen Z2 series chips;

➁ Ally X boasts Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme CPU, 24GB memory, 1TB SSD, and 80Wh battery, while the standard Ally includes Ryzen Z2 A chip and 512GB SSD;

➂ Pre-order bonuses include accessories sweepstakes, with international pricing from €599 to $1,799 AUD and regional exclusivity on Best Buy for Ally X.

➀ Tony from Northwest Repair transformed an RTX 4080 into a 4080 Super by transplanting its core and VRAM onto a donor board, despite severe PCB warping from improper core removal processes;

➁ The repair faced multiple setbacks, including uneven solder balls, disconnected data lines, and repeated reballing attempts, requiring thermal adjustments and weights to counter warping;

➂ After over a dozen trials and meticulous alignment fixes, the card finally booted, showcasing exceptional technical skill and perseverance in high-stakes GPU repairs.

➀ The Asus TUF Gaming F16 delivers impressive 1200p gaming performance with its 115W RTX 5050 GPU, rivaling lower-TDP RTX 5060 laptops;

➁ Its 16-inch 165Hz display and robust speakers excel, but the 512GB SSD and 16GB RAM feel inadequate for modern gaming needs;

➂ Battery life (under 7 hours) lags behind competitors, while slow storage speeds and upgrade costs detract from its $1,199 value proposition.

① A PC repair shop received a modded gaming PC with hazardous cable management, including a violently torn PSU shroud and exposed sharp metal edges.

② The owner's modification baffled experts, with speculation about a short GPU cable causing the destructive routing. The system's original high-end brand contrast sharply with its current state.

③ Reddit users criticized the DIY approach, noting risks of electrical shorts and questioning the use of outdated components like a 256GB SATA drive.

➀ Asus acknowledged reports of stuttering and performance interruptions in ROG gaming laptops sold between 2021-2024, stating an ongoing investigation;

➁ GitHub user 'Zephkek' traced the issue to BIOS firmware flaws causing CPU interrupt bottlenecks and GPU power cycling;

➂ The problem affects multiple ROG models (Strix, Scar, Zephyrus), with unresolved cases dating back to 2021.

➀ A Reddit user retrieved a functional gaming PC with Intel Core i5-9400F and Nvidia GTX 1660 from the trash;

➁ The system includes Asus motherboard, 16GB RAM, and NVMe SSD, potentially upgradable to a Core i9-9900 and newer GPUs;

➂ Critics argue such finds are unremarkable, with skepticism about the story's authenticity and news value.

➀ A Chinese DIY enthusiast showcased a custom 32:9 ultra-wide PC gaming handheld powered by AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme, demonstrating smooth 60fps gameplay in racing titles like Asphalt Legends and SnowRunner;

➁ The device uses a rare 32:9 Asus ProArt portable display (1,920 x 550 pixels) capped at 60Hz, with estimated high costs due to premium components;

➂ While innovative, commercial alternatives like OneXPlayer X1 Air with 11-inch 16:10 screen and Intel Ultra 200V chips gain attention for balancing portability and performance.

➀ NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards are seeing deals, with some models going below MSRP.

➁ ASUS Prime GeForce RTX 5070 is currently the best deal at $523.79, $86.20 below MSRP.

➂ The card comes with a factory overclock and features like dual BIOS toggle and dual-ball bearing fans.

➀ A modder created a 3D-printed GPU fan shroud with a DDR5 slot for aesthetic purposes, though it cannot expand VRAM capacity;

➁ The design mimics Asus ROG branding and integrates RGB lighting for the DDR5 module, blending form with retro-futuristic flair;

➂ Historically, upgradable GPU memory existed in the 1990s but vanished due to technical and cost barriers, while modern mods focus on replacing memory chips directly.

➀ The Radeon RX 9070 XT is a solid foundation for a mid-range gaming PC, and ASUS introduces a white edition with factory overclocking for better performance.

➁ The white edition features a 2,460MHz game clock and 3,010MHz boost clock, with options for higher clock speeds in OC mode.

➂ The cooling system includes a phase-change GPU thermal pad, heatpipes, and triple-fan cooler with dual-ball bearing axial-tech fans.

➀ Major discounts on GPUs like MSI RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (lowest ever $409.99) and AMD RX 9070 XT ($699.99) highlight gaming performance upgrades;

➁ CPU deals include Intel Core i5 14600K ($149.99) and AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D ($359), offering top-tier gaming/compute power;

➂ Laptops (ASUS ROG Strix G16) and SSDs (Samsung 9100 Pro 4TB at $372.42) see record-low prices for Labor Day sales.

➀ Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 with RTX 5070 Ti and Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 CPU is now $1,999 (a $400 discount) at Best Buy;

➁ Features a 3K OLED display (2880x1800, 120Hz) with 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy and Dolby Vision support;

➂ Includes 32GB RAM, upgradable storage, Wi-Fi 7, and a slim design balancing performance and portability.

➀ Noctua expressed interest in collaborating with ASUS on a custom GeForce RTX 5090 model.

➁ The collaboration is hindered by the limited supply of GB202 chips.

➂ NVIDIA's focus on AI chip manufacturing over consumer GPUs contributes to the shortage.

➀ The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally are scheduled to launch on October 16, 2025, in many parts of the world.

➁ The handhelds will be available in multiple countries including the US, Australia, and China.

➂ The ROG Ally series will also be available in other markets like Brazil, India, Indonesia, and Thailand, with the Xbox Ally launching in China early next year.

➀ The ASUS ESC A8A-E12U is a 7U server featuring dual AMD EPYC processors and eight AMD Instinct MI325X GPUs with a total of 2TB HBM3e memory, designed for high-performance AI workloads;

➁ The system supports up to ten NVMe SSDs, eleven PCIe slots, and employs a 5+1 redundant 3kW PSU design, alongside a streamlined air-cooling system with ten hot-swappable front fans;

➂ It offers modular tray-based serviceability for GPUs and PCIe components, with front I/O including dual 10Gbase-T ports and a Q-Code display for diagnostics.